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RUF 771R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,888 mi
Last recorded20,888 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUF 771R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2017 20,888 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016
Pass 9 Oct 2015 20,274 miles

poor brake balance across rear axle-29%

Pass 23 Jul 2014 19,276 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 17,985 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

indicators flashing at max rate two per sec

Pass 20 Aug 2011 17,464 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 16,977 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

rear axle o/s recoil strap close to breaking

Pass 20 Aug 2009 15,679 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

poor rear brake balance

Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,459 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

lower steering column bearing worn

rear brakes slightly uneven

slight play in n/s/f & o/s/f inner steering rack ball joints

Pass 14 Jun 2007 15,051 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2006 14,098 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Slight play o/s/f inner steering rack joint

oil leak

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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RUF 771R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUF 771R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUF 771R?

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What year was RUF 771R registered?

RUF 771R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 9 March 1977.

Is RUF 771R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUF 771R shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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